CDOC Correctional Officer II: Sterling

who may apply

the primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of colorado.

this vacancy is at the sterling correctional facility (scf) in sterling, co.

phase i: minimum qualification review

phase ii: comparative analysis assessment

* subject to change

applicants are encouraged to review the following series of administrative regulations (ar) to prepare for the comparative analysis process.

the assessment scores may be used for future announcements.

these ars can be found on doc's website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

if your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the state of colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

in addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
• strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including pera defined benefit plan or pera defined contribution plan plus 401k and 457 plans. Member contribution rates. Correctional officers i-iv qualify as safety officers and are eligible for increased pera benefits.
• medical and dental health plans
• short and long term disability coverage
• paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.

take a peek at the opportunities our agency has to offer!

this announcement will be used to generate an eligibility list for the sterling correctional facility only. The correctional officer ii is accountable for providing lead work/limited supervision responsibilities. Work may include assignment to a single or multiple person control center, mail room, meal hall, or meal cart movement, canteen, visitation center, medical facility, housing/living unit etc. Where employees must coordinate the activities of others in regulating inmates, civilians, property, security, custody and control functions.

position maintains the safety and security of the general public, staff and inmates; duties include, but are not limited to:

• providing lead work guidance and training to assigned positions
• recommending assignments for correctional officers
• providing input into performance plans
• promoting and maintaining a safe and secure environment through conscientious observation, clear communication, adherence to agency administrative regulations, facility implementation adjustments and the code of penal discipline
• enforcing statutes, regulations, orders, directives, and procedures
• managing inmates behavior and encouraging personal accountability through effective and professional communication
• monitoring and controlling access to the facility and restricted areas
• training and guiding assigned staff on applying the proper use of controlled items, keys, tools, equipment and chemicals
• enforcing security procedures by conducting work-site searches, inmate counts, controlling unauthorized contraband, strip searches, cell searches, pat searches, and transportation
• responding to emergency situations such as fights, fires and escapes according to cdoc policy and preparing and submitting required reports
• may be required to seize, hold, control, and/or otherwise subdue violent, assaulting, or physically threatening persons which requires body strength and agility of all four limbs
• other duties as assigned

positions are subject to working additional hours and/or shifts to maintain safety and security.

high school diploma or a ged certificate, and two (2) years of corrections related experience, law enforcement patrol experience, or military experience.

experience must be clearly described in the work experience section of your application including your current position. Each position held must be separated by job classification, duties, and dates or the application may not be accepted.

any work experience less than full time will be prorated.

corrections related experience is defined as experience in which the employee provided a direct service to/with inmates such as correctional officer, teaching, social work, nursing, food service, general maintenance; or worked directly with inmate in the implementation of a program such as correctional industries. Corrections, law enforcement, or military experiences not typically earned through clerical support and/or security positions.

substitution: college course work may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. A copy of your college transcript must accompany the application in…